Congressman Ro Khanna is endorsing Randy Villegas, an educator, auto shop owner and Central Valley native, in his campaign to represent California’s 22nd Congressional District. Rep. Khanna’s endorsement builds on the recent momentum of Villegas’ campaign, which posted a fundraising total of over $230k last quarter with over 4,400 individual donations and an average donation […]
A new Public Policy Polling survey of voters in California’s 22nd Congressional District finds that Dr. Jasmeet Bains is the strongest candidate to defeat David Valadao and deliver real representation for the Central Valley. With more than a year until the 2026 general election, Bains is in dead heat against Valadao, tied at 42% each. […]
During September, Tulare County Library invites everyone to celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month to discover how a single card can open the door to endless opportunities. With a Tulare County Library Card, you can do more than check out books. From free classes and job resources to homework help and cultural events, today our libraries […]
U.S. News & World Report has recognized Kaweah Health in seven adult procedures and conditions as a High Performing Hospital in their 2025-2026 rankings. For more than 30 years, U.S. News has evaluated hospital performance in both complex and routine care to support patient decision-making for acute and chronic conditions. U.S. News Best Hospitals ranks […]
Don’t miss a thing going on in the South Valley with Donna’s Calendar of Events! Theatre “The Odd Couple,” Neil Simon’s hilarious comedy, is performed by the Kings Players Aug. 16-Sept. 7. The Temple Theater, 514 Visalia St., Hanford. 559 584-7241 or www.kingsplayers.org Shakespeare in the Park presents “Love’s Labour’s Lost” on Sept. 4 & […]
Animal control, like other public services, are reaching their breaking point in our communities. Shelters are crowded. Abandoned and stray animals are a persistent nuisance. Pet owners seek help in keeping their pets safe and healthy. Social issues such as euthanasia, adoption, animal rescue and population control have become part of community discussion. Tulare Voices […]
Salt + Light, a Tulare County-based nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness through community, compassion, and innovation, is thrilled to host its fifth annual Summer Soirée on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at the Tulare Veterans Memorial Building. This year’s theme, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” invites guests to step into an enchanting evening of […]
The City of Visalia is now accepting applications for the Nonprofit Program Fund. Made possible by Visalia residents through the City’s General Fund, up to $6,500 is available per grant awardee. A total of $75,000 grant funding is available for nonprofit and local government agencies that provide programs and services to Visalia youth. “The Nonprofit […]
The College of the Sequoias (COS) Theatre Arts Program is celebrating a remarkable year of achievement, capping off over two decades of artistic excellence with top honors at the 2025 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) for its acclaimed production of Reefer Madness: The Musical. The program was awarded the prestigious Citizen Artist Award, […]
Two universities that share a mission of increasing opportunities to serve students and communities in California’s Central Valley are joining forces to increase the number of locally educated doctors in the region and improve the health of all its residents. Fresno Pacific University and California Health Sciences University have signed an agreement guaranteeing interviews for […]